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Howard University’s LaNiece Tyree Becomes First Woman of Color to Lead NACAS

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LaNiece Tyree, MPA, CASP, has made history by being elected as the first woman of color and the first representative from a Historically Black College and University to serve as president of the National Association of College Auxiliary Services. Tyree is the assistant vice president for auxiliary enterprises at Howard University. Her groundbreaking election occurred […]

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Stacey Abrams Engages Howard Students in Post-Election Discussion

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On Nov. 20, Stacey Abrams, Howard University’s inaugural Ronald W. Walters Endowed Chair for Race and Black Politics, captivated an audience of students in Douglass Hall with a post-election dialogue centered on the future of political engagement following the 2024 presidential election. Conversations That Matter Abrams, known for her tireless advocacy and political acumen, encouraged

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Brawl Between Howard and NCCU Football Teams Leads to Suspensions

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Following the football game between Howard University and North Carolina Central University, a brawl on the field has resulted in significant disciplinary actions. The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference announced Monday evening that 36 players and one assistant coach have been suspended due to their involvement in the altercation during the match on Nov. 15. According to

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Howard Alumna Earns First GRAMMY Nomination

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Christie Dashiell, the celebrated vocalist and composer, has made headlines as a first-time GRAMMY nominee for her album “Journey in Black.” The collection was nominated for Best Jazz Vocal Album. The announcement is a significant milestone in her career, characterized by a unique blend of jazz, rhythm and blues, gospel, and soul. Dashiell took to

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15 Reasons VP Harris Is Spending Election Night at Howard University AKA ‘The Mecca’

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With all the outrageous debates on if Vice President Kamala Harris is Black enough, one thing has to be said: She loves her HBCU! Howard University (HU) is one of the nation’s oldest Historically Black College or University (HBCU), and as a proud Howard graduate herself, Harris never fails to support HU. Read more…

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Vice President Harris to Celebrate Election Night at Howard University

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In a significant nod to her roots, Vice President Kamala Harris will spend election night at Howard University, her alma mater and a pivotal place in her journey to the White House. The news was confirmed to NPR by a source familiar with her plans, who requested anonymity prior to the official announcement. Howard University

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Howard University To Become the Only HBCU With Research-1 Status. Here’s What That Means

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There’s a reason Howard University is regarded as “The Mecca.” In historic news, the historically Black university expects to be granted Research-1 (R1) status this upcoming spring, a title the university lost in 2005after the Carnegie Classification requirements changed, according to The Chronicle of Higher… Read more…

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The Sad Reasons Why Black Men Are Not Attending HBCUs

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Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are the academic backbone of the Black community. HBCUs have produced more than half of all practicing doctors in this country, according to Forbes. And with notable HBCU alumni like Oprah Winfrey, Vice President Kamala Harris, and Spike Lee, Black students should… Read more…

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Acting U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Reviews Howard Research on Housing Affordability, Access, Resident Leadership, and the Effects of Climate Change

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By Cedric Mobley Howard University research fellows and doctoral candidates in economics led a deep dive on the issues facing America’s neighborhoods as Adrianne Todman, acting secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) visited the university’s Center of Excellence in Housing and Urban Research Policy (CHURP). Todman’s visit was designed so she could hear

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